Urban Downtown Mixed-Use (Dual-Income Rental)
Description from Clasificados
Two rented units generating income. First floor: commercial space with 2 bathrooms, rented for $550/month. Second floor: residential unit with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry, and balcony, rented for $600/month. Located at Calle Principal Andrés Arús Rivera #50, Gurabo. Near Farmacia de Todos, Zavala Insurance, Parroquia San José (St. Joseph Parish), and Placita de los Salseros. In Gurabo's urban downtown (casco urbano) for $159,995. Cash buyers welcome. My House Realty, License 18964 Puerto Rico.
Original Spanish
DOS UNIDADES ALQUILADAS. Dos unidades generando renta. Primer piso: local comercial con 2 baños rentado por $550. Segundo piso: residencial con 3 cuartos, baño, sala, comedor, cocina, laundry y balcón. Rentada por $600. Calle Principal Andrés Arús Rivera #50, Gurabo. Cerca Farmacia de Todos, Zavala Insurance, Parroquia San José y Placita de los Salseros. En CASCO URBANO, GURABO por $159,995. 787- 450-1212, 787-617-7207, 787-600-1475. My House Realty. COMPRAMOS CASAS CASH. Tu Compañía de Confianza. Lic. 18964 Puerto Rico
Why it's interesting
This is an investment property (dual-income rental), not a move-in-ready primary home, and it sits in AE (high) flood risk despite being downtown. The $159,995 price is a strong discount to regional comps ($275k–$550k), but the property sacrifices every 'love': zero elevation, zero views, zero privacy, zero natural features. For a couple needing to relocate by December, the tiny bedrooms, dual-rental complexity, and flood exposure make it a poor fit—even at this price.
🔄 Refreshed with measured elevation/flood, the cadastre record, and the listing photos on 2026-07-25.
💵 Price well below regional comps and apparent market average ($480k single-family); investment-grade discount reflects income-producing use, not a personal residence.
What the photos show
Photos 1–4 show a modest two-story building in dense urban downtown Gurabo with minimal setback from the street; no elevation, no views, no water features, and no vegetation or fruit trees visible. Interior shots (5–15) reveal a lived-in rental property with modest finishes, older appliances, and cramped spaces; bedrooms are small and plainly furnished. Photo 16 appears to be a different property (marketing image for 'Compramos Casas Cash'). The building sits on flat, urban terrain surrounded by adjacent structures and street-level commerce; road access is direct to Calle Principal. No privacy, no mountain or ocean views, no water features, and the area is completely urban with no rainforest or natural character.
Read from the listing photos by vision AI — verify against the images yourself.
| Location | Pueblo, Gurabo (tier 1 — preferred catchment) |
|---|---|
| Price | $159,995 |
| Size | not stated |
| Land $/acre | not used for home-only matches |
| Fit score | 28/100 |
| Existing home | 3 bed, 1 bath residential unit (2nd floor); currently rented; appears move-in ready but part of mixed-use commercial building. · 3 bedrooms |
Location, terrain & flood
📍 Open in Google Maps — Pueblo, Gurabo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite
⛰ 172 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone AE — flood risk
Barrio-level pin (listings give barrio + municipio, not the exact lot) — verify the parcel location. Elevation: USGS. Flood zone: FEMA NFHL.
Drive times
| Miramar Bar | 29 min | 17.6 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Lucía Disc Golf | 32 min | 22.4 mi |
| Albergue Olímpico Disc Golf | 55 min | 31.4 mi |
| SJU Airport | 40 min | 25 mi |
| Costco (Caguas) | 9 min | 4.1 mi |
Buildability
Casco urbano (downtown) lot; commercial zoning; no acreage listed; not suitable for single-family dream-home construction. This is a rental investment property, not raw land.
Due diligence — verify before buying
- Confirm exact lot size and cadastre address; listing does not state acreage or parcel number.
- Verify flood insurance requirement and annual cost under FEMA AE zone; high-risk designation may deter future resale.
- Review rental leases: terms, occupancy history, and tenant stability (two units = two lease risks).
- Inspect structural damage from Hurricane Maria (2017) or prior flooding; Gurabo experienced significant landslides—verify foundation/exterior integrity.
- Confirm zoning allows dual commercial/residential use and any local permits or code compliance issues.
- Walk the property and surrounding streets to assess street noise, safety, and actual neighborhood character not visible in photos.
What the web found
Specific listing 4878741 not found in cross-indexed sources. Gurabo market shows 3–4 bedroom homes ranging $197k–$620k; land plots $70k–$400k. Area hazards: hurricane-prone (landslides/floods post-Maria); terrain includes steep hills and multiple river/creek systems.
Also found online:
- Zillow — 11 homes listed in Gurabo; price range $108k–$620k
- Houzeo — 30+ listings including 4BR homes ($197k–$550k) and land parcels (27.35 acres at $400k)
- Findit — 3–4 bedroom homes $275k–$550k; similar price tier to listed property
- ByOwner.com — Market data: 18 homes sold past year, average $480,930 (3BR homes $234/sqft)
Area intel: Comparable 3–4BR homes: $275k–$550k range; recent land sales up to 27.35 acres at $400k. Market avg $480k per single-family home. Terrain: hilly, downtown area elevation ~177 ft; multiple rivers (Gurabo, Loíza) and 40+ streams cross municipality. Hurricane hazard: Hurricane Maria (2017) caused significant landslides and flooding; repeat risk in future storms. Located 35–40 min from San Juan.
Dig deeper
Original listingGoogle itGoogle MapsSatellite viewRealtor.com compsPR flood map (FEMA)Listing ID 4878741 · scored 2026-07-25 · keyword score, needs review